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. >> in japan, the death toll stands at an estimated 18,000. relief crews are removing and searching through rubble after the massive earthquake and a tsunami. what you're looking at was once a port town, home to 20,000 people before the disaster. most residents left the area or are living in evacuation centers. construction workers are frantically building shelters to house the thousands of refugees. efforts to stabilize the crippled nuclear power plant continue. the u.s. is getting ready to evaluate the safety of reactors at home. we have the latest from washington. >> in japan today, progress. cables are being laid to reconnect electricity to troubled reactors. amid reports things may be stabilizing, reminders the situation is not yet under control. smoke rose from two of the reactors. workers had to be temporarily evacuated. >> some serious radiation releases can still happen if the japanese are not careful. >> some drinking water near the plant has tested positive for a director of materials. shipments of milk and spinach produced near the
. >> in japan, the death toll stands at an estimated 18,000. relief crews are removing and searching through rubble after the massive earthquake and a tsunami. what you're looking at was once a port town, home to 20,000 people before the disaster. most residents left the area or are living in evacuation centers. construction workers are frantically building shelters to house the thousands of refugees. efforts to stabilize the crippled nuclear power plant continue. the u.s. is getting...
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and you can view the dramatic pictures and video from japan on wbaltv.com. also, there is an interactive guide explaining the science behind earth quakse and tsunamis. the earth quake has caused crude oil prices to drop for the first time in weeks but most of us rncht seeing any relief at the pump. on average $3.50. up 7 cents from last week alone. live in mount vernon now with more. were we're set up at the corner, and i think we found one of the highest prices in the area. this bp gas station has gas at $3.73 a gallons and there's no sign of it coming down any time soon. >> for three straight weeks we have seen these prices climb higher and higher. the parking lot was zert as prices reached $3.73 a gallon. >> this was 10 cents higher so i'm feeling it a bit. >> it's ridiculous. i want, i've got two vehicles, i own a company. the gas prices are just killing me. i can only run one truck now. >> prices dropped a little bit but most of us haven't noticed much relief. here drivers can expect to pay $3.55. but that average may jump even higher. >> many are proje
and you can view the dramatic pictures and video from japan on wbaltv.com. also, there is an interactive guide explaining the science behind earth quakse and tsunamis. the earth quake has caused crude oil prices to drop for the first time in weeks but most of us rncht seeing any relief at the pump. on average $3.50. up 7 cents from last week alone. live in mount vernon now with more. were we're set up at the corner, and i think we found one of the highest prices in the area. this bp gas station...
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. >> still had, an update from japan. the prime minister is calling the situation very grave. >> there is more bad news concerning that nuclear plant as concerns mount over whether the u.s. could withstand a similar seismic event. >> creativity will be a -- the story is just ahead. including the 2011 jetta. awesome. plus it's an iihs top safety pick. even better. but they're going fast. so, i guess this is where you tell me i got to hurry or it's gone right? yep. going going gone. get it? it's funny. [ male announcer ] the volkswagen going going gone event. hurry in, and for a limited time while they last, get a 2011 jetta for $179 a month. visit vwdealer.com today. >> baltimore is set to open a new school, one geared toward fashion, architecture, and graphic design. >> it is called the baltimore design school, a place where students can develop their creative talents. >> this school has been on the drawing board for some time now. with the help of some of the city's creative moves it -- movers and shakers, it will become
. >> still had, an update from japan. the prime minister is calling the situation very grave. >> there is more bad news concerning that nuclear plant as concerns mount over whether the u.s. could withstand a similar seismic event. >> creativity will be a -- the story is just ahead. including the 2011 jetta. awesome. plus it's an iihs top safety pick. even better. but they're going fast. so, i guess this is where you tell me i got to hurry or it's gone right? yep. going going...
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it took 34 minutes for the shaking in japan to reach florida. we know that because groundwater measurement gauges in south florida all registered what they're calling an unusual oscillation, meaning the needles jumped all over the place and continued to for over two hours. the water management folks in south florida said those same instruments also picked up the nearby haiti quake right after it happened last january. >>> when we come back here tonight, the calendar says spring, but apparently nobody informed mother nature. [ male announcer ] is your current denture cleanser missing something? now you get a cleanser with scope freshness. ♪ new fixodent plus scope ingredients. ♪ cleans...kills germs that cause denture odors... and provides your dentures with the freshness of scope. ♪ new fixodent cleanser plus scope ingredients. ♪ [ male announcer ] what are you gonna miss when you have an allergy attack? benadryl® is more effective than claritin® at relieving your worst symptoms and works when you need it most. benadryl®. you can't pa
it took 34 minutes for the shaking in japan to reach florida. we know that because groundwater measurement gauges in south florida all registered what they're calling an unusual oscillation, meaning the needles jumped all over the place and continued to for over two hours. the water management folks in south florida said those same instruments also picked up the nearby haiti quake right after it happened last january. >>> when we come back here tonight, the calendar says spring, but...
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that is until conditions in japan are better understood. there is no specific word when other production will start. there was a part shortage caused by the earthquake in japan. the nikkei gaining almost 6%. stock futures on wall street indicating a higher open. yesterday stocks were lower. the dow had dropped nearly 300 points. here's how we closed yesterday. they are making progress in stabilizing the damage to the nuclear reactors. some banks are ready to heighikm fees. jason morgan chase and another are changing their atm policy to get more fees. with the rollout of the new apple ipad, those who have operated may have an extra tablet hanging around. you can donate your older tabloid for teach for america. teachers will be able to use the ipads in the classroom for a good cause. that is business. i'm jane king reporting for wbal-tv 11 news. back to you. >> i understand quite a few companies are feeling charitable right now. >> boeing is one of them. wal-mart also. both are shelling out millions to help with relief. >> thank you. >> 42 de
that is until conditions in japan are better understood. there is no specific word when other production will start. there was a part shortage caused by the earthquake in japan. the nikkei gaining almost 6%. stock futures on wall street indicating a higher open. yesterday stocks were lower. the dow had dropped nearly 300 points. here's how we closed yesterday. they are making progress in stabilizing the damage to the nuclear reactors. some banks are ready to heighikm fees. jason morgan chase...
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. >> officials are watching closely as japan deals with a nuclear meltdown. are there lessons to be learned here in the u.s.? george lettis is live in college park tonight where he sat on in a class with some students discussing that. >> because of the crisis in japan, one professor here changed his lesson plan. experts in the academic rather try to figure out the mechanics of this problem in japan all the while contemplating what is next for the nuclear energy debate. >> the first would have problems on friday. >> university of maryland college park professors which his energy policy cost to current events in light of the nuclear crisis. >> we are looking at either the second or third most serious nuclear accident in history of civilian nuclear power. >> he told what is happening here that fears of a full-blown a nuclear meltdown persist following a cooling system failure. >> with the earthquake and the course of the tsunami waves that caused problems. >> diesel generators are sitting there. they were taken off line by the tsunami and as they swept through,
. >> officials are watching closely as japan deals with a nuclear meltdown. are there lessons to be learned here in the u.s.? george lettis is live in college park tonight where he sat on in a class with some students discussing that. >> because of the crisis in japan, one professor here changed his lesson plan. experts in the academic rather try to figure out the mechanics of this problem in japan all the while contemplating what is next for the nuclear energy debate. >> the...
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first we begin with late-breaking news out of japan. >> a new explosion happened just hours ago and has officials fearing a major radiation leak is about to occur. japanese officials say a fourth reactor at an already damaged nuclear plant is on fire and more radiation is being released at this hour. the prime minister is telling everyone within a 19-mile radius to stay indoors. this is the very latest following the earthquake and subsequent tsunami that has sent japan into a state of chaos. and tonight 11 news reporter spoke with a teacher from baltimore stuck near the power plant. >> i talked to chris tonight. he is stranded in a shelter 56 miles away from the reactor. he says the japanese government is advising them to stay inside but he says most people don't have the option because they don't have enough gas to drive to safer territory because all the local gas stations are closed. >> over the course of the first three days the situation has deteriorated to a point of almost primitiveness. >> he puts the situation in perspective from the heart of the crisis zone. the 32-year-old wa
first we begin with late-breaking news out of japan. >> a new explosion happened just hours ago and has officials fearing a major radiation leak is about to occur. japanese officials say a fourth reactor at an already damaged nuclear plant is on fire and more radiation is being released at this hour. the prime minister is telling everyone within a 19-mile radius to stay indoors. this is the very latest following the earthquake and subsequent tsunami that has sent japan into a state of...
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. >> in japan, power has been restored to the damaged nuclear reactors, but officials say there is no quick fix. operators say it could take only a day to bring the reactor under control on the coast. most cooling systems up and running is when it will be under control. but getting to that point will take weeks. the earthquake and tsunami cost the cooling system to be knocked out, the reactor cores to partially melt, and caused significant damage. the plant continues to be doused in seawater. a huge plume of smoke rose above reactors, prompting workers to evacuate. a piece of maryland may be heading to japan -- a complete power and communication system that can run a small clinic or shelter that could be of great help in japan's recovery. >> it is called the mobile renewable power communications and water system, and it can be taken anywhere in the world. >> it looks like a tsunami has engulfed the cities. >> the disaster in japan -- many areas in the country are without electrical power. that is where a maryland company, strategic services international, comes in. a unit like this co
. >> in japan, power has been restored to the damaged nuclear reactors, but officials say there is no quick fix. operators say it could take only a day to bring the reactor under control on the coast. most cooling systems up and running is when it will be under control. but getting to that point will take weeks. the earthquake and tsunami cost the cooling system to be knocked out, the reactor cores to partially melt, and caused significant damage. the plant continues to be doused in...
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. ♪ officials in japan say radiation from the damaged nuclear power plant is spreading to sea water and soil. they say contaminated sea water has been found 1 mile further north of the plant than before. workers are pumping out contaminated water inside several buildings over the weekend. officials say water in one reactor building tested 100,000 times more radiation than normal. massachusetts officials announced trace amounts of radiation. the announcement yesterday comes from -- after a similar levels were found in pennsylvania and washington state. officials stress there is no health risk. maryland officials report that small amounts of radiation have been detected in the environment. none have been found in the water reservoirs. >> good afternoon. we had a cold start this morning well below normal. we will stay below normal this afternoon. clouds are rolling in. a disturbance is moving to the south. it has brought in more clouds this afternoon. the normal high for today is 58 degrees. we're well off the mark by noon. it is 37 currently at the airport and the downtown area. it is onl
. ♪ officials in japan say radiation from the damaged nuclear power plant is spreading to sea water and soil. they say contaminated sea water has been found 1 mile further north of the plant than before. workers are pumping out contaminated water inside several buildings over the weekend. officials say water in one reactor building tested 100,000 times more radiation than normal. massachusetts officials announced trace amounts of radiation. the announcement yesterday comes from -- after a...
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that needs japan's agreement. today they were still negotiating over the size and scope of the operation. >> we're ready to assist in anyway possible. >> what kind of stuff could you bring in? >> search and rescue, food and supplies. >> reporter: hundreds of thousands of people have been forced from their homes along japan's devastating northeast coast. japanese officials have told us they face a critical shortage of water, blankets and medicine. the u.s. has already conducted helicopter mission as long the battered coastline, finding isolated communities of survivors. >> we found essentially hundreds of people. 100 at this place, 200 at this place, 300 at this place. it's just a matter of getting them out. >> reporter: the message from the u.s. side is that they are ready to go, to bring in a massive amount of assistance. just as soon as they get the green light from japan. a key role will be played by the aircraft carrier uss ronald reagan. she was forced to reposition this week. the u.s. has had a huge presence
that needs japan's agreement. today they were still negotiating over the size and scope of the operation. >> we're ready to assist in anyway possible. >> what kind of stuff could you bring in? >> search and rescue, food and supplies. >> reporter: hundreds of thousands of people have been forced from their homes along japan's devastating northeast coast. japanese officials have told us they face a critical shortage of water, blankets and medicine. the u.s. has already...
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japan sent commodities into a tailspin. oil item thebled more than $4 a barrel in the two weeks after hitting its all time record, gold has hit $48 an ounce. the national average price pump for gas fell tuesday for the first time in nearly a month. wheat, corn and sugar contracts all fell by 5% or more. finally, netflix was the rare winner on the day, soaring almost 8% as market research showed it trouncing rivals in home digital movies, so a bright spot there. >>> the bulls flex their muscles, the pacers muscle the knicks and the march madness begins in earnest with a so-called play in matchup. your early morning sports headlines are straight ahead. >>> in weather, irish eyes must be smiling. your warm st. patrick's day forecast is coming up. you're watching "early today." my busy family, the family with thousands of odors. like boomer, our boxer. our leftovers... from last night. and then there's phil. oh phil. but for every odor, our new air wick odor detect uses the latest smart odor sensor technology. the first air fre
japan sent commodities into a tailspin. oil item thebled more than $4 a barrel in the two weeks after hitting its all time record, gold has hit $48 an ounce. the national average price pump for gas fell tuesday for the first time in nearly a month. wheat, corn and sugar contracts all fell by 5% or more. finally, netflix was the rare winner on the day, soaring almost 8% as market research showed it trouncing rivals in home digital movies, so a bright spot there. >>> the bulls flex their...
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ambassador to japan says the u.s. stands to help japan. >> marines based in okinawa stepped up relief efforts. the ambassador wu says helping them it is only fair. >> the country proves over and over again, with respect to other countries around the world, that people step up in time of need. >> the u.s. financial system is feeling the aftershocks of the disaster in the third largest economy. the dow, nasdaq, and s&p 500 all lost ground. imagine having a loved one in that region and not being able to find out where they are. j. gray has the story of american families finding ways to communicate during the disaster. >> as search and recovery teams continue to look through the rubble, families in the u.s. continue their struggle for information that loved ones have survived. bonn lines are obviously down and the cell phone towers are jammed. many are turning to video chat lines and social media. >> can you see me? >> we are fine. are you find? >> they were reunited via skype on 'the today show." >> it is unbelievable to
ambassador to japan says the u.s. stands to help japan. >> marines based in okinawa stepped up relief efforts. the ambassador wu says helping them it is only fair. >> the country proves over and over again, with respect to other countries around the world, that people step up in time of need. >> the u.s. financial system is feeling the aftershocks of the disaster in the third largest economy. the dow, nasdaq, and s&p 500 all lost ground. imagine having a loved one in that...
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. >> mounting problems in japan, another quake, another tsunami with far less consequences. more questions about the troubled nuclear plant. a magnitude 6.5 earthquake shook eastern japan triggering what tsunami of alert that was later lifted. there were no immediate reports of damages. tokyo electric power company significantly downplayed the possible damage from a sizable tsunami that hit two weeks ago. the investigation found geological data going back 3000 years that it should have been enough to prepare for such a catastrophic disaster. two weeks later, radiation continues to leak from the troubled plant. the latest from nbc. >> it was the second apology in as many days. how the most recent example of late or flat out erroneous information coming from the owners of japan's stricken nuclear power plant. tokyo electric power says that it needs to revise its announcement. they had announced that radiation levels in the pool was 10 million times the normal level. workers were evacuated in news reports will full of fears that the crisis had only deepened. but for all the ala
. >> mounting problems in japan, another quake, another tsunami with far less consequences. more questions about the troubled nuclear plant. a magnitude 6.5 earthquake shook eastern japan triggering what tsunami of alert that was later lifted. there were no immediate reports of damages. tokyo electric power company significantly downplayed the possible damage from a sizable tsunami that hit two weeks ago. the investigation found geological data going back 3000 years that it should have...
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it is the biggest recorded quake to hit japan. >> as japan tries to get a grasp on the number of victims, citizens on the west coast of the united states are breathing a sigh of relief, even though we did not totally at the skate. >> the tsunami waves that swept across the northern japanese coast arrived at the u.s. coast hours later. in hawaii, 7-foot waves sent residents scrambling for safety. >> it swirled us, and slammed the. >> in oregon, coastal residents woke up to sirens. >> they started screaming and yelling and running through the trailer park. >> the current tossed around boats. south of san francisco beaches were closed as coastal residents evacuated. in crescent city, most of the destruction was isolated to harbors and marinas. the damage in japan is still being tallied, and president obama offered immediate aid. >> our hearts go out to our friends in japan, and we will stand with them as they recover and rebuild. >> it is a tragedy that could just as easily happen here. >> this morning, things appear to be getting worse at a nuclear plant in japan. smoke poured out. it is n
it is the biggest recorded quake to hit japan. >> as japan tries to get a grasp on the number of victims, citizens on the west coast of the united states are breathing a sigh of relief, even though we did not totally at the skate. >> the tsunami waves that swept across the northern japanese coast arrived at the u.s. coast hours later. in hawaii, 7-foot waves sent residents scrambling for safety. >> it swirled us, and slammed the. >> in oregon, coastal residents woke up...
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many are wondering which foods we get from japan. just last night, as we said, the feds announced they're halting the import of some foods coming to this country from the affected area of japan. that hasn't stopped people from being concerned about it, though, about fish and produce on store shelves. our report from nbc's kristen welker. >> reporter: at this little tokyo grocery store in los angeles, business is brisk. the shelves are stocked with seaweed and fish from japan. the leafy greens are grown locally. owners insist it's all safe. >> all that we have here are not affected by the earthquake or nuclear power plant issue. >> reporter: the u.s. food and drug administration has banned all vegetable, fruit and milk products from areaing impacted by japan's nuclear crisis. >> the step that fda implemented is an additional step in the global food safety net to safeguard the u.s. food sflie. >> reporter: still, despite reassurances, images of geiger counters testing food scare consumers. >> i would not buy them. i'm really afraid of
many are wondering which foods we get from japan. just last night, as we said, the feds announced they're halting the import of some foods coming to this country from the affected area of japan. that hasn't stopped people from being concerned about it, though, about fish and produce on store shelves. our report from nbc's kristen welker. >> reporter: at this little tokyo grocery store in los angeles, business is brisk. the shelves are stocked with seaweed and fish from japan. the leafy...
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," realized what was going on in japan. >> reporter: for grace tanaka, who grew up in japan and now lived in new york city, the startling images on tv made her concerned for her 85-year-old mother who still lived in tokyo. >> what if she's outside and fell or what if the furniture fell on top of her and all these horrible things are going through my mind. >> reporter: amid widespread power and phone outages, people like grace had trouble reaching those in japan so social media became an outlet and tool. she and her online friends were able to share information and help each other via facebook. >> this woman i never met before my facebook friend e-mailed said in, your mom is fine. >> reporter: for grace, news her mother was okay brought an overwhelming sense of relief. >> i put a post on my page and i cap log letter, said, mom is safe! >> reporter: she finally spoke with her mom seven hours later. >> without facebook, those seven hours would have been torturous. it's gut wrenches not knowing. >> reporter: in the meantime, google launched a new person finder allowing people to post if they'
," realized what was going on in japan. >> reporter: for grace tanaka, who grew up in japan and now lived in new york city, the startling images on tv made her concerned for her 85-year-old mother who still lived in tokyo. >> what if she's outside and fell or what if the furniture fell on top of her and all these horrible things are going through my mind. >> reporter: amid widespread power and phone outages, people like grace had trouble reaching those in japan so social...
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the emperor of japan delivered are rare televised address to the nation. currently the entire nation is putting forth its best effort to save all suffering people. >> the governor says families evacuating from the area surrounding the nuclear plant are not getting the help they need. as crews transporting a are afraid of getting too close to the area of risk. >> they need someplace to evacuate to. that has been difficult to find. there has been some hopeful dues from the company that operates the plant. it does work is almost complete on a power line that will make it possible to get water to those overheated reactors. >> those fears of radiation exposures have spread here to the u.s.. potassium iodide pills are flying off the shelf and california. -- in california. >> there is absolutely no reason right now, as a resident of baltimore, to be concerned about a physical health threat from what is going on in japan. >> scientists say the quantity of release radiation is still unknown, and they are hopeful evacuation's around the power plant will prevent any
the emperor of japan delivered are rare televised address to the nation. currently the entire nation is putting forth its best effort to save all suffering people. >> the governor says families evacuating from the area surrounding the nuclear plant are not getting the help they need. as crews transporting a are afraid of getting too close to the area of risk. >> they need someplace to evacuate to. that has been difficult to find. there has been some hopeful dues from the company...
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at the disaster in japan grows, its radiation and resulting fears are seeming to spread a little bit more each day. >> drinking water is normally only tested for radiation a few times a year. >> still ahead, we will follow breaking news. and brooks robinson is in the hospital. >> thousands of complaints about scams. tonight, what you should know so you do not become a victim. >> we are marketing this as an independent store. >> giving away pistols at one radio shack? the catch enda reaction >> we want to update now on breaking news we brought you at the top of this newscast. 11 news has just received a statement from hall of famer brooks robinson who was hospitalized right now. the statement reads, "thank you for your outpouring of concern. i was originally settled for a routine outpatient procedure on thursday. the evening before surgery i developed a fever and infection. my doctors chose to admit me to aggressively treat the infection and i am responding well to the antibiotics. i ask that you give me privacy. i look forward to a full recovery and thank you for your prayers." he go
at the disaster in japan grows, its radiation and resulting fears are seeming to spread a little bit more each day. >> drinking water is normally only tested for radiation a few times a year. >> still ahead, we will follow breaking news. and brooks robinson is in the hospital. >> thousands of complaints about scams. tonight, what you should know so you do not become a victim. >> we are marketing this as an independent store. >> giving away pistols at one radio...
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not much going well for japan. the earthquake/tsunami has them in the worst shape of. horse racing is not on the minds of the japanese, but they may enjoy this. the dubai world cup. a $10 million purse. three japanese forces entered into the race -- horses in the race with an italian jockey on board. wins. a 10:1 bet and tears of joy. stay with us. 11 news continues right after this. i live on these beaches, day in and day out. we've been renting umbrellas and chairs here in gulf shores and orange beach for 27 years. we were starting to get ready for the season and then we heard the news. but bp said they were going to clean it up. they kept their word. the beaches are clean, our snowbirds are happy, my employees are busy. it's a great feeling. man, i can't wait for another season. come on down. we're open for business. >> tonight, lawmakers are running out of time for legislation. the house of delegates have passes dozens of bills. we take a look at some of them now heading to the senate. now heading to the senate. 13 city workers arrested for [ male announcer ] this
not much going well for japan. the earthquake/tsunami has them in the worst shape of. horse racing is not on the minds of the japanese, but they may enjoy this. the dubai world cup. a $10 million purse. three japanese forces entered into the race -- horses in the race with an italian jockey on board. wins. a 10:1 bet and tears of joy. stay with us. 11 news continues right after this. i live on these beaches, day in and day out. we've been renting umbrellas and chairs here in gulf shores and...
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announced closing seven district offices. >> nissan considering moving some engine production from japan to the u.s. at one plant car factories could face serious shortages in japanese-made parts by the middle of next month. meanwhile, their plant will operate through full production through april but may halt at any point. >> a new dimension in the world of hand-held gaming coming out tomorrow. it is the third dimension. where nintendo is taking the introduction of 3-d. >> 3-d hads been a hot commodity on the big screen. and now it is about to hit the tiny screen. nintendo's 3-d gaming device. >> dan ackerman said the 3-d effect is not actual game play but it does add visual plear. >> it recedes into the background pretty far. >> in fact, nintendo discourages use to avoid an adverse effect on eyesight development. >> in is a slider switch on the side right here. so if you slide the switch down, it takes the 3-d away and goes back to 2-d. for users that can't get enough -- >> i can take a photo, and view the photo in 3-d. >> recorded 3-d will also be available by summer. 3-d's is almost
announced closing seven district offices. >> nissan considering moving some engine production from japan to the u.s. at one plant car factories could face serious shortages in japanese-made parts by the middle of next month. meanwhile, their plant will operate through full production through april but may halt at any point. >> a new dimension in the world of hand-held gaming coming out tomorrow. it is the third dimension. where nintendo is taking the introduction of 3-d. >>...
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more troubling developments in japan's nuclear crisis. >>> and snake on the loose. a cobra goes missing from a >>> and snake on the loose. a cobra goes missing from a famous new york cityoo. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>> hello and good morning. i'm veronica de la cruz. today we begin with gaining momentum. libyan rebels continue to push back forces loyal to moammar gadhafi. this morning an opposition spokesman claimed that rebels captured sirte. if that is true, it would be a significant victory for the movement. those developments come as nato has agreed to take over command and control of the entire libya operation including ground attacks. >>> president obama will speak to the nation tonight to explain what role the u.s. will play in the mission in libya now that nato has stepped in. the president is also expected to address concerns by both parties. tracie potts joins us live from washington with the latest. >> reporter: good morning. the president has a lot of questions to answer when he addresses the nation tonight. lawmakers here want to k
more troubling developments in japan's nuclear crisis. >>> and snake on the loose. a cobra goes missing from a >>> and snake on the loose. a cobra goes missing from a famous new york cityoo. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>> hello and good morning. i'm veronica de la cruz. today we begin with gaining momentum. libyan rebels continue to push back forces loyal to moammar gadhafi. this morning an opposition spokesman claimed that rebels captured sirte. if...
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squap's disaster -- japan's disaster is serving as a wake-up call. >> this event in japan will help the pacific northwest understand what they will eventually need to get ready for. >> you can view the dramatic pictures from japan on wbal-tv.com. there is also an interactive guide explaining the science between earthquakes and tsunamis. dateline sunday will focus on japan's recovery and air the amazing animal show at a late everier date. >> shortly after 6:00 saturday evening two males and a female were shot as they left the carry-out. the female later died, and at last check the two males were in stable condition. >> there is no word on a possible motive. >> still no word on what led to an overnight stabbing also in northeast baltimore. police called to the 3200 block. a man stabbed in the thigh. he was taken to a nearby hospital in serious condition. homicide investigate tiffs are investigating. >> a girl is in critical condition after a vicious dog attack. it happened after the girl was playing on a circle in dundalk. >> she said, mommy, i'm going to die. mommy i'm going to die. >> t
squap's disaster -- japan's disaster is serving as a wake-up call. >> this event in japan will help the pacific northwest understand what they will eventually need to get ready for. >> you can view the dramatic pictures from japan on wbal-tv.com. there is also an interactive guide explaining the science between earthquakes and tsunamis. dateline sunday will focus on japan's recovery and air the amazing animal show at a late everier date. >> shortly after 6:00 saturday evening...
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health officials about food coming from japan amid ft the nuclear crisis. >>> and losing his cool. sier chris brown snaps after questions about his assault on sier chris brown snaps after questions about his assault on former girlfriend rihanna. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>>hello and good morning. i'm lynn berry today, we begin with power struggle. a fourth day of allied strikes have damaged moammar gadhafi's air defense systems, but so far, the attacks have failed to cripple gadhafi's confidence or put an end to his assaults. air fire streaked the skies last night over tripoli after a day of heavy fighting. despite some success in the south, the inexperienced rebels found themselves outgunned by government forces in the western city of misrata. gadhafi spoke on tv yesterday and a defiant gadhafi predicted, quote, we will win this battle. meanwhile, president obama has cut short his tour of latin america amid criticism of his leadership of the attack on libya. the president says he has, quote, absolutely no doubt that a success vl transfer of power to coalition
health officials about food coming from japan amid ft the nuclear crisis. >>> and losing his cool. sier chris brown snaps after questions about his assault on sier chris brown snaps after questions about his assault on former girlfriend rihanna. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>>hello and good morning. i'm lynn berry today, we begin with power struggle. a fourth day of allied strikes have damaged moammar gadhafi's air defense systems, but so far, the attacks...
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the tsunami in japan killed thousands. in some parts of some towns, there's no remaining evidence that anyone ever lived there. and now tonight the crisis has taken yet another turn, and we are covering a full-blown nuclear scare in japan. there are 17 nuclear power plants across that country, 54 nuclear reactors in all, but one plant in particular is in trouble. it's the fukushima plant, and if you've seen the pictures of it over the weekend, you may know. there was one explosion in one building on saturday, another just yesterday. and now a third reactor is in trouble at that same facility. we're starting to hear terms like partial meltdown. it's an urgent situation. the nuclear danger, the desperate human toll that goes on, and our team is in place to cover it. we'll begin with chief science correspondent, robert bazell, on this immediate nuclear danger there. bob, good evening. >> reporter: hello to you, brian. on this -- it was the second explosion in three days and the discovery that a third reactor is in critical co
the tsunami in japan killed thousands. in some parts of some towns, there's no remaining evidence that anyone ever lived there. and now tonight the crisis has taken yet another turn, and we are covering a full-blown nuclear scare in japan. there are 17 nuclear power plants across that country, 54 nuclear reactors in all, but one plant in particular is in trouble. it's the fukushima plant, and if you've seen the pictures of it over the weekend, you may know. there was one explosion in one...
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damagedects of japan's nuclear reactor are more widespread. contaminated sea water was found farther north of the plant the earlier measures indicated. there was a chaotic day after a false report that water used to cool the reactor had 10 million times the normal level of radiation. an earthquake shook eastern japan. new reports of any damage. president obama will take to the airwaves to explain the u.s. military involvement in the conflict of libya. nato will take over command over the operation. critics have complained the administration did not consult with congress and has not outlined a clear goal and exit strategy. >> that brings us to our water cooler question of the day. >> this morning we asked -- do you support the president's libyan defense policy? >> we will post more of your answers on the front page of wbaltv.com. >> now traffic pulse 11 and insta-weather plus together. >> good morning. sarah caldwell checking on your morning commute. we're seeing some heavy delays on westbound 50 just past 97. there is a left lane closure with
damagedects of japan's nuclear reactor are more widespread. contaminated sea water was found farther north of the plant the earlier measures indicated. there was a chaotic day after a false report that water used to cool the reactor had 10 million times the normal level of radiation. an earthquake shook eastern japan. new reports of any damage. president obama will take to the airwaves to explain the u.s. military involvement in the conflict of libya. nato will take over command over the...
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to give you a mark of where japan is. the red area is the southeast trajectory, the main energy from that fact tsunami as it tracked across the pacific. that might be one of the reasons why the west coast got by without as much damage. this is directed more to the southeast instead of towards california and alaska. you get a good energy for that right across the pacific. the darker the red shade, the stronger the energy and the surge coming from the center. that is a pretty interesting graphic. this is a simulation. this is very typical to the forecast and how these things will traverse many thousands of miles moving away from the main impact. it is the rain that fell, the rivers and streams flooded. you still have flood warnings across the potomac and parts of frederick county. the main one we're watching closely, perry fill on the susquehanna. flood stage is just above and they are forecast to crest at 27 feet. it might take a few days for it to go down the susquehanna. some sprinkles are coming down the north and west
to give you a mark of where japan is. the red area is the southeast trajectory, the main energy from that fact tsunami as it tracked across the pacific. that might be one of the reasons why the west coast got by without as much damage. this is directed more to the southeast instead of towards california and alaska. you get a good energy for that right across the pacific. the darker the red shade, the stronger the energy and the surge coming from the center. that is a pretty interesting graphic....
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organizers are asking donors to donate to help with efforts in japan. the blooms will be at their peak through friday. >> some of that snow, at least early on, may stick to the trees a little bit and add to the effect. i cannot put a good spin on snow this time of year, i guess. we have cloudy skies over baltimore. to our south, a few sprinkles from annapolis to the district of columbia and out to the west in northern virginia. and then further west, when to get west of hagerstown toward garrett county, the indication on radar with the really dry air that we have, this is snow flurry of activity at this time. there's a lot more to the west. this will becoming an overnight tonight, and with it the chance of what we will call "light snow." let's take a look at the day today. not very warm. normally 57 for the high. it was only 46, and 47 respectively at the airport and inner harbor. but right now, annapolis is only 40. cambridge, 36. westminster, 34. the same in frederick. and it is below freezing out in western maryland. dara dropped into the 20's since
organizers are asking donors to donate to help with efforts in japan. the blooms will be at their peak through friday. >> some of that snow, at least early on, may stick to the trees a little bit and add to the effect. i cannot put a good spin on snow this time of year, i guess. we have cloudy skies over baltimore. to our south, a few sprinkles from annapolis to the district of columbia and out to the west in northern virginia. and then further west, when to get west of hagerstown toward...
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many companies are making plans to move their people at least out of northeast japan. china is the first country to actively start mass evacuation of their citizens from northeast japan in the wake of this disaster. that is the very latest. >> just unbelievable images of their. the devastation continues and people in baltimore county await word from the sister school. this goes up and partners with the bat -- the schools have been partners for the past five years, and while yamazaki was not in the path of the tsunami, that is not stopped people from being concerned about friends there. >> it is kind of chaotic right now. is she said that people are getting along and it is going ok. >> i am worried about them, because i had a host brother from their who tried to stay with me for about a week now, here i am trying to figure out if it is ok or not. >> he is a japanese native and says that the family in japan this say. if you're planning to donate to japan, the attorney general cautions donors to always use credit cards or checks, never cash. checks should be made payable
many companies are making plans to move their people at least out of northeast japan. china is the first country to actively start mass evacuation of their citizens from northeast japan in the wake of this disaster. that is the very latest. >> just unbelievable images of their. the devastation continues and people in baltimore county await word from the sister school. this goes up and partners with the bat -- the schools have been partners for the past five years, and while yamazaki was...
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it unleashed one of the greatest fasters japan -- disasters japan has witnessed. japan has now declared states of emergency for five nuclear reactors at two power plants. the walls of a building at one of the power stations crumbled today as smoke poured out. it is not clear if the damaged building housed a reactor, but officials fear there could be a meltdown following a coling. -- cooling. >> the tsunami that followed the earthquake crossed ocean like a jetliner. marinas and harbors in california and oregon had boats crashing together. some boats were pulled out to sea. >> maybe next year. that's what many advocates of same-sex marriage legislation are saying after the bill died in the house yesterday. after weeks of legislation and lobbying, the bill did not pass. >> we sent you to annapolis to protect our rights! >> division on the streets carried intoed capitol building. the debate revealed a house iddwid and on the most personal terms imaginable. emmett burns said his life was threatened. supporters used racial slurs to try to intimidate him. he took excepti
it unleashed one of the greatest fasters japan -- disasters japan has witnessed. japan has now declared states of emergency for five nuclear reactors at two power plants. the walls of a building at one of the power stations crumbled today as smoke poured out. it is not clear if the damaged building housed a reactor, but officials fear there could be a meltdown following a coling. -- cooling. >> the tsunami that followed the earthquake crossed ocean like a jetliner. marinas and harbors in...
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g impact of the japan disaster here at home. rp e japan disaster here at home. im japan disaster here .at h and i love the carbohydrates for energy and protein for muscles. whoa! wait for me! . beneful incredibites. another healthful, flavorful beneful. now in a convenient bag. sleep is here, on the wings of lunesta. and if you wake up often in the middle of the night... rest is here, on the wings of lunesta. lunesta helps you fall asleep and stay asleep, so you can wake up feeling rested. when taking lunesta, don't drive or operate machinery until you feel fully awake. walking, eating, driving, or engaging in other activities while asleep, without remembering it the next day, have been reported. abnormal behaviors may include aggressiveness, agitation, hallucinations or confusion. in depressed patients, worsening of depression, including risk of suicide, may occur. alcohol may increase these risks. allergic reactions, such as tongue or throat swelling, occur rarely and may be fatal. side effects may include unpleasant taste, headache, dizziness and morning drow
g impact of the japan disaster here at home. rp e japan disaster here at home. im japan disaster here .at h and i love the carbohydrates for energy and protein for muscles. whoa! wait for me! . beneful incredibites. another healthful, flavorful beneful. now in a convenient bag. sleep is here, on the wings of lunesta. and if you wake up often in the middle of the night... rest is here, on the wings of lunesta. lunesta helps you fall asleep and stay asleep, so you can wake up feeling rested. when...
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japan accounts for 10% of all u.s. exports. what is the best way to donate and make sure you are not the victim of a scam? gary sims continues our coverage downtown. -- barry simms continues our coverage downtown. >> many people are very concerned about giving out contributions because they want to make sure their donations go to the victims. the needs are both urgent and numerous, and it seems the outpouring of care and concern is tremendous. >> it is heartbreaking. i wish i could do more. i want to lock on a plane and fly over there and say, i am here to lend a helping hand. but where do you need me? >> jennifer was considering a food or clothing drive. the u.s. troops are preparing aid to the hardest hit areas, but the american red cross and other groups suggest anyone willing to help with disaster relief just send money. >> we cannot accept donations like canned goods, bottled water, things like that. the reason is because that costs the red cross a lot of money to ship those supplies over to japan and the affected areas. i
japan accounts for 10% of all u.s. exports. what is the best way to donate and make sure you are not the victim of a scam? gary sims continues our coverage downtown. -- barry simms continues our coverage downtown. >> many people are very concerned about giving out contributions because they want to make sure their donations go to the victims. the needs are both urgent and numerous, and it seems the outpouring of care and concern is tremendous. >> it is heartbreaking. i wish i could...
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japan is no stranger to earthquakes. with reinforced building designs like nowhere else in the world, but this one was a monster, measuring a magnitude of 8.9, one of the strongest in the country's history. an american university professor in tokyo on business told us the tremors were relentless. >> the shaking got worse and worse. i don't know exactly how long it lasted. it seemed like it went on forever. >> reporter: the country's prime minister immediately activated an emergency response plan. after the shaking came the warning, and the wave, a chilling preview of the disaster to come. the target, the city of sendai, some 200 miles northeast of tokyo. hundreds are reported missing there. an unbelievable sight, the force of the swirling water sucking boats into its center. reports of at least one vessel missing with 100 people aboard. the tsunami hit with incredible force. the sludge sweeping away everything in its path. this wall of water and mud, some 30 feet high, washed across the low-lying coastal areas. entire to
japan is no stranger to earthquakes. with reinforced building designs like nowhere else in the world, but this one was a monster, measuring a magnitude of 8.9, one of the strongest in the country's history. an american university professor in tokyo on business told us the tremors were relentless. >> the shaking got worse and worse. i don't know exactly how long it lasted. it seemed like it went on forever. >> reporter: the country's prime minister immediately activated an emergency...
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there is no update on the chemical plant in japan which produces certain paints on cars and trucks. both ford and chrysler have issued color restrictions. >>> in a reversal from the past few months consumer confidence has taken a dive. americans are once again tightening their purse strings. world events and the fragile economy are driving concerns of a double-dip recession. >> the engine that drives the nation's economy stalled last month. consumer confidence fell sharply. conflict in the middle east, the earthquake and recovery concerns at home impacted household spending. >> the fear is not the gas tank but the price of philip at a grocery cart will keep going up. that is what spooked consumers this month. >> other pieces weighing heavily on americans, jobs. the unemployment rate stands at eight. -- that is preventing a rebound in the housing market. >> you cannot have a housing recovery if people don't have a paycheck. >> on prices dropped according to the case schiller home index. only two cities saw home prices move into positive territory. on capitol hill, a hearing focusing
there is no update on the chemical plant in japan which produces certain paints on cars and trucks. both ford and chrysler have issued color restrictions. >>> in a reversal from the past few months consumer confidence has taken a dive. americans are once again tightening their purse strings. world events and the fragile economy are driving concerns of a double-dip recession. >> the engine that drives the nation's economy stalled last month. consumer confidence fell sharply....
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. >> japan said sea water contamination may have spread longer than first thought. the crisis stretches into a third week. japanese officials are dealing with barely miscalculated radiation figures and no place to store contaminated water. it magnitude 6 earthquake shook japan. no immediate reports of damages or injuries. people have found no evidence that radiation from japan made its way to the united states. there have been elevated levels of iodine in massachusetts. there is a reason for public health concern. agencies will continue to monitor the air, water, and food. >> 13 workers were arrested on friday. kim dacey is live outside baltimore city police headquarters with more. good morning. >> police say these workers have a regular gambling day in the program of the dot room on the east of madison street. a tip was turned over to the inspector general's office. an investigator found the 13 workers rolling dice and drinking champagne while on the clock. they confiscated $6,300. police were called in to arrest all 13 men and charged them with misdemeanor gamblin
. >> japan said sea water contamination may have spread longer than first thought. the crisis stretches into a third week. japanese officials are dealing with barely miscalculated radiation figures and no place to store contaminated water. it magnitude 6 earthquake shook japan. no immediate reports of damages or injuries. people have found no evidence that radiation from japan made its way to the united states. there have been elevated levels of iodine in massachusetts. there is a reason...
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and japan for years. the trees were a gift from the japanese in 1912. a special fund-raising walk was held to raise money for the victims of the tragedy in japan. the event comes ahead of the two-week cherry bloss only festival -- blosoms which begins today. >> a new school designed to help schools explore their creative side is about to open in baltimore. we'll take you there. >> and did you ever wonder what is in movie popcorn? >> you do not want to snow. >> federal regulators want theater owners to make some changes. details ahead. >> some local middle school students are getting a first-hand look at a blue diamond almonds! more bold flavor! more variety! more of what you want... not what you don't. blue diamond almonds... more than a snack. >> good morning. the time is 5:20. if your diet is low in certain vitamins, it could lead to amuseumia in post-menopausal women. having three newt rent defish -- nutrient defish -- deficiensies -- >> 11 news erika edwards has a popcorn story. >> any idea how many calories are in a typical bag of movie popcorn? do
and japan for years. the trees were a gift from the japanese in 1912. a special fund-raising walk was held to raise money for the victims of the tragedy in japan. the event comes ahead of the two-week cherry bloss only festival -- blosoms which begins today. >> a new school designed to help schools explore their creative side is about to open in baltimore. we'll take you there. >> and did you ever wonder what is in movie popcorn? >> you do not want to snow. >> federal...
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ann curry in japan for us tonight. thanks. >>> president obama made an unannounced visit to the japanese embassy in washington this morning. he signed a condolence book there for those who perished in the earthquake and the tsunami. later he spoke from the rose garden at the white house about the situation in japan for the first time since friday and he addressed concerns here in this country about this radiation from the fukushima plant. >> i know that many americans are also worried about the potential risks to the united states. so i want to be very clear. we do not expect harmful levels of radiation to reach the united states, whether it's the west coast, hawaii, alaska or u.s. territories in the pacific. >> while the president is reassuring americans that the winds can't carry radiation across the pacific, the winds in japan are another matter, and they can spread radiation around locally. we want to get an update on that tonight from meteorologist bryan norcross at the weather channel. bryan, good evening. >> rep
ann curry in japan for us tonight. thanks. >>> president obama made an unannounced visit to the japanese embassy in washington this morning. he signed a condolence book there for those who perished in the earthquake and the tsunami. later he spoke from the rose garden at the white house about the situation in japan for the first time since friday and he addressed concerns here in this country about this radiation from the fukushima plant. >> i know that many americans are also...
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. >> and now to japan, where there are two new developments in the nuclear crisis in that country. the operator of the crippled nuclear plants that power lines have been read connected to all six reactor units. he cautioned that motor equipment needs to be checked before the power is turned back on. of course, electricity is vital to keeping the reactor school. it is likely to be days, if not longer, before it can be powered up. and in about 20 minutes, the possibility of new nuclear plants here in the u.s.. would our state of the art technology prevent a meltdown in this -- in the event of a disaster? >> we want to update you on a story that is developing in cairo. a massive blaze at the egyptian interior ministry has spread to adjacent buildings. at least seven floors have burned and parts of it have collapsed. it comes as ministry employees have demanded higher pay, but they denied any involvement in the fire. and an f-16 fighter jet crashed in libya. steve handelsman has the details on the latest u.s. involvement. >> commanders say the u.s. at the -- the u.s. f-16 was not shot
. >> and now to japan, where there are two new developments in the nuclear crisis in that country. the operator of the crippled nuclear plants that power lines have been read connected to all six reactor units. he cautioned that motor equipment needs to be checked before the power is turned back on. of course, electricity is vital to keeping the reactor school. it is likely to be days, if not longer, before it can be powered up. and in about 20 minutes, the possibility of new nuclear...
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a stricken nuclear plant in the region of japan. the walls of the power station crumbled as smoke poured out. it is not clear if the building housed the reactor, but officials fear a failure. >> some of the most dramatic footage shows the tsunami barreling across land. what is it about an earthquake that triggers a tsunami? rob roblin went to maryland for answers. >> it looks like something out of a movie, but it is real and deadly. the earthquake that caused the tsunami was one of the largest ever recorded. >> the video is scary. i saw cars floated through the town like they were toys. >> here at the maryland science center, you can visually see how strong the earthquake was. in numbers, 8.9 magnitude. the largest since they have been keeping records in the late 1800's. one of the biggest in the world. >> wendy ackerman said japan is no stranger to earthquakes. japan is located in an area called "the ring of tire -- fire." >> 90% of all earthquakes occur in this ring of fire. japan is close to that tettonic plate. >> when there is
a stricken nuclear plant in the region of japan. the walls of the power station crumbled as smoke poured out. it is not clear if the building housed the reactor, but officials fear a failure. >> some of the most dramatic footage shows the tsunami barreling across land. what is it about an earthquake that triggers a tsunami? rob roblin went to maryland for answers. >> it looks like something out of a movie, but it is real and deadly. the earthquake that caused the tsunami was one of...
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there is a shortage of bottled water in japan. it has also been found in milk near the crippled nuclear plant. >> the health care reform act that republicans call obama care celebrates its first anniversary today. it aims to provide health care for everyone in america and it is the subject of very heated debate. >> one year after president obama signed the historic health care reform, disagreement over the loss -- laws are as healthy as ever with the republicans looking to appeal. >> we will try to make sure this is never implemented. >> there are five legal challenges in federal court. >> our legal team is confident that the bill is on solid constitutional grounds. >> along with controversy, for many there is confusion. nearly a quarter of americans thought that the law had already been repealed, it has not. where do things stand? much of the law has much -- has yet to go into effect. there are provisions that allow children to stay on their parents' plan until age 26. preventive care, and a rebate to help cover the dough knothol
there is a shortage of bottled water in japan. it has also been found in milk near the crippled nuclear plant. >> the health care reform act that republicans call obama care celebrates its first anniversary today. it aims to provide health care for everyone in america and it is the subject of very heated debate. >> one year after president obama signed the historic health care reform, disagreement over the loss -- laws are as healthy as ever with the republicans looking to appeal....
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. >>> disaster in japan. the desperate efforts to prevent multipleuclear meltdowns and the search for an american teacher missing. >>> and to the rescue. commuters waiting for a train become heros saving a young woman from a sex offender who appears to be trying to abduct her. it was all caught on camera "today" saturday, march 19th, it was all caught on camera "today" saturday, march 19th, 2011. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >> we have to welcome you back. incredible reporting from japan. and you go out there within 24 hours of the quake. >> my head is still spinning from all we saw, the sights, sounds, fears and emotions. we'll also be talking about another crisis. libya may be reaching a boiling point. today gadhafi says western powers will regret it if they interfere in will i be began affairs. >> gadhafi called the u.n. resolution invalid and this morning there are new reports of fighting in benghazi. gadhafi forces are reportedly trying to storm the city and new images of a warplane that
. >>> disaster in japan. the desperate efforts to prevent multipleuclear meltdowns and the search for an american teacher missing. >>> and to the rescue. commuters waiting for a train become heros saving a young woman from a sex offender who appears to be trying to abduct her. it was all caught on camera "today" saturday, march 19th, it was all caught on camera "today" saturday, march 19th, 2011. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >> we...
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. >> it is among the most powerful earthquakes to ever hit japan. even japan's parliament. soon after the quake, tsunami warnings were issued for japan, and before long, a massive wave reached land. ariel video of the tsunami looked like it was straight out of a disaster movie. cars, boats, even buildings were carried away. one airport was completely surrounded by water. after the quake, there were also major fires, an oil refinery was in flames. japan's prime minister said the quake caused major damage, but reassured the country that nuclear power facilities in the area were not damaged. >> we will secure the safety of the people of japan, and in order to minimize the damage, the government will make every effort possible. >> a spokesman said troops were deployed to the quake-hit area to join relief operations. >> incredible pictures. for continuing coverage on the earthquake in japan, you can log on to our website, wbaltv.com. there you will find pictures and unedited footage of the scene. you can check out an interactive guide to what causes earthquakes and tsunamis and
. >> it is among the most powerful earthquakes to ever hit japan. even japan's parliament. soon after the quake, tsunami warnings were issued for japan, and before long, a massive wave reached land. ariel video of the tsunami looked like it was straight out of a disaster movie. cars, boats, even buildings were carried away. one airport was completely surrounded by water. after the quake, there were also major fires, an oil refinery was in flames. japan's prime minister said the quake...
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they have not been asked to go to to japan. reporting live, jennifer franciotti, wbal-tv 11 news. >> thank you. stephanie rawlings-blake said there is no ethics violations with her votes on funding program at the same hospital where her husband works. the mayor says she never voted on granting a contract or funding to the part of the medical system where her husband serves as a patient intake coordinator. >> not one single routine item that was approved by the board of estimates since december has had anything to do with my husband's job. not one single item. >> the votes in question were listed on the board of estimates agenda as related to johns hopkins university, not hopkins medicine. the mayor has been told he sees no ethical lapse in their votes. panel account executive john leopold is reportedly under investigation for possible violations of campaign violen violations and misconduct. one of the checks was from the firefighters union. the present of the union said investigators have asked for a copy of the check. leopold
they have not been asked to go to to japan. reporting live, jennifer franciotti, wbal-tv 11 news. >> thank you. stephanie rawlings-blake said there is no ethics violations with her votes on funding program at the same hospital where her husband works. the mayor says she never voted on granting a contract or funding to the part of the medical system where her husband serves as a patient intake coordinator. >> not one single routine item that was approved by the board of estimates...
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he was stranded in japan for nine days. kerry cavanaugh has more on his ordeal. >> chris godish is settling back into life in baltimore. the adjustment is jarring. he taught english in japan for the past three years. >> it sounded like somebody pick up the building and dropped it. then it kept getting stronger. >> he rode out the quake in takahagi. my feet onnot feel the ground. people cannot feel their feet on the grounds. like bowling pins. >> he was forced to seek shelter in the school. he said the government warned everybody to limit their time outside. officials scrambled to stabilize the reactor. he caught a bus to tokyo. he said he was amazed by how polite the japanese remained. >> the supermarket and the staff said, we're not going to sell food today. the food was in front of our eyes. we could just toss this ashtray through the window. we must not do that. they were so calm. we must wait. >> he says he feels guilty leaving japan. >> essentials like diapers and batteries. before left, the news had a spot on how to m
he was stranded in japan for nine days. kerry cavanaugh has more on his ordeal. >> chris godish is settling back into life in baltimore. the adjustment is jarring. he taught english in japan for the past three years. >> it sounded like somebody pick up the building and dropped it. then it kept getting stronger. >> he rode out the quake in takahagi. my feet onnot feel the ground. people cannot feel their feet on the grounds. like bowling pins. >> he was forced to seek...
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ann curry is on the scene in japan. it seems to she'll update us live in a moment as well. >> just ahead also, many here in the united states are concerned about loved ones in the disaster zone. ann curry got a tweet from worried relatives and actually found the missing person. we'll hear and find out how later on. >> all right. let's go to ann now with the very latest on the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami. good morning to you. >> reporter: good morning to you. as you have aptly put it, japan is reeling. about a half million people are still evacuated. more than a million don't have access to clean water. this, as you point out, as potential nuclear disaster looms. >> reporter: nbc news has obtained this home video of the tsunami as it struck the coastal fishing village of minamisanriku considered one of the hardest hit. 10,000 of 17,000 residents are now missing. it is a city obliterated. and heartbroken. hiromi hirayuchi can't find six members of her family. another eyewitness video shows the power of the wav
ann curry is on the scene in japan. it seems to she'll update us live in a moment as well. >> just ahead also, many here in the united states are concerned about loved ones in the disaster zone. ann curry got a tweet from worried relatives and actually found the missing person. we'll hear and find out how later on. >> all right. let's go to ann now with the very latest on the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami. good morning to you. >> reporter: good morning to you. as you...
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>> now to japan where the struggle to bring the stricken nuclear plant under control has hit another big snag. another aftershock raised more fears in the region. lee cowan is in tokyo for us. lee, good morning. >> reporter: good morning. we learned more about the water flooding the buildings of the reactors. in one, the radiation levels were more than 100,000 times normal. late tonight we found out there are apparently tunnels that carry electrical circuits and piping. those, too, are flooded with radioactive water. they are running out of places to pump it. >> 6.5 earthquake jolted miyagi -- >> reporter: as aftershocks jolted the region, this one 6.5, word came that radiation levels spiked, not only in the water flooding the buildings of the plant but in the sea water just off the coast n. the turbine building of the number two reactors they were registering 1,000 times the radiation levels, likely the result of a partial meltdown, far more dangerous than the pool of water workers stepped in last week that sent two of them to the hospital. they have begun pumping the pools dry but
>> now to japan where the struggle to bring the stricken nuclear plant under control has hit another big snag. another aftershock raised more fears in the region. lee cowan is in tokyo for us. lee, good morning. >> reporter: good morning. we learned more about the water flooding the buildings of the reactors. in one, the radiation levels were more than 100,000 times normal. late tonight we found out there are apparently tunnels that carry electrical circuits and piping. those, too,...
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it was a 4.4% gain overnight in japan. this after friday's strong performance yesterday, monday was a holiday. banks and reconstruction companies like steel companies were strong overnight. still, we should keep in mind that the japanese markets are below prequake levels by about 8%. as for u.s. markets here, well, we had a nice 1.5% gain across the board yesterday, but still tensions in the middle east weigh with gold traditionally viewed as a safe haven play up for five administration sessions today hitting a new record. natalie. >> thank you. >>> and former president george h.w. bush was honored last night in washington for his lifetime commitment to volunteerism and leadership at the points of light institute. three other former presidents were there including jimmy carter, bill clinton and, of course, his son george w. bush along with the whole bush clan there and many from hollywood. so a great honor to him. very nice. 7:18. back to matt, ann and al. >> congratulations. all right, >> good morning. we are starting the
it was a 4.4% gain overnight in japan. this after friday's strong performance yesterday, monday was a holiday. banks and reconstruction companies like steel companies were strong overnight. still, we should keep in mind that the japanese markets are below prequake levels by about 8%. as for u.s. markets here, well, we had a nice 1.5% gain across the board yesterday, but still tensions in the middle east weigh with gold traditionally viewed as a safe haven play up for five administration...
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another potential set back as japan struggles to contain it nuclear reactor crisis. >>> and fallen star. fans mourn the sudden death of germany's most beloved zoo fans mourn the sudden death of germany's most beloved zoo animal. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>> hello and good morning. i'm lynn berry. and today we begin with targeting libya. american and european militaries spent the weekend launching intense strikeses on libya in a mission aimed at halting the brutal attacks on rebels. although american officials say the u.s. is not trying to kill gadhafi, operation odyssey dawn appears to have hit close to home for the libyan leader. nbc news has learned that english forces conducted a strike on his compound. it was not known where gadhafi was at the time, but according to the new york times, journalists did not report any casualties. meanwhile robert gates says that the u.s. expects to hand over control of the mission to a coalition in a matter of days. that coalition will probably be headed either by the french or english or by nato. for more on the operation, we go
another potential set back as japan struggles to contain it nuclear reactor crisis. >>> and fallen star. fans mourn the sudden death of germany's most beloved zoo fans mourn the sudden death of germany's most beloved zoo animal. captions paid for by nbc-universal television >>> hello and good morning. i'm lynn berry. and today we begin with targeting libya. american and european militaries spent the weekend launching intense strikeses on libya in a mission aimed at halting the...
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issues an evacuation order for japan. we will have the latest. >> the comfort based in baltimore is getting ready to go on it five-month humanitarian mission. details are next. >> we are in store for a summit st. patrick's day. details on that. >> running smoothly on the area roads. >> live, local, late-breaking, this is wbal-tv 11 news today. >> good morning, everybody. welcome back. i am stan stovall. >> and i'm mindy basara. thank you for joining us this morning. let's check weather and traffic. out there.od health ca >> happy st. patrick's day. plenty of sunshine today. 65 is our forecast high. 41 at the airport. 48 downtown. lower 40's on the eastern shore. mild winds at 5 to 10 miles per hour. we will have abundant sunshine. mostly clear tonight. in the mid to low 40's. it should taste of spring tomorrow, 72 to 75. >> notice nobody is pinching sarah. >> i wore a kind of a yellow-y. >> you are excused. >> your morning commute looks good so far. let's check on some of the speed sensors. we're running smoothly on the n
issues an evacuation order for japan. we will have the latest. >> the comfort based in baltimore is getting ready to go on it five-month humanitarian mission. details are next. >> we are in store for a summit st. patrick's day. details on that. >> running smoothly on the area roads. >> live, local, late-breaking, this is wbal-tv 11 news today. >> good morning, everybody. welcome back. i am stan stovall. >> and i'm mindy basara. thank you for joining us this...
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. >>> our issues this sunday, disaster in japan. as a massive earthquake rocks the country. leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing. all eyes are on two nuclear reactors, crippled in the disaster as fears grow over a posible nuclear meltdown. we'll get the very latest. >>> meanwhile, back at home, president obama weighs the use of force in libya. and the clock clicks towards a government shutdown as both sides dig in. >> here's what we know. the republicans in the house passed a budget that has been now rejected in the senate. they are not going to get 100% of what they want. >> democrats want the president to fight with them but so far they say he's remained on the sidelines. with us, chuck schumer of new york. then could this finally be the unofficial start of the 2012 campaign? >> we will reclaim this land and make it greater and greater and greater. >> nothing we have seen in our lifetime as comparable to the level of depth we have to go to get this country back on the right track. >> our exclusive guests this morning, another potential 2012 candidate and a governor
. >>> our issues this sunday, disaster in japan. as a massive earthquake rocks the country. leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing. all eyes are on two nuclear reactors, crippled in the disaster as fears grow over a posible nuclear meltdown. we'll get the very latest. >>> meanwhile, back at home, president obama weighs the use of force in libya. and the clock clicks towards a government shutdown as both sides dig in. >> here's what we know. the republicans in the...
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from japan are being tested for radiation. nbc's george lewis has more from los angeles international airport. george, good morning. >> reporter: good morning. if you're coming from japan you may get greeted at the airport by an inspector with a radiation detector. so far these added checks have found only trace amounts of radiation on passengers and lugga luggage. in one case it was a shipment of medical supplies that triggered the detectors. passengers arriving from japan are getting extra scrutiny when they land in this country as radioactive waste spews out of the japanese power plant authorities here are watching the air over the pacific. this new york times animation based on data from a united nations monitoring agency shows how the plume of radioactive pollution might spread to the west coastal although by the time it gets here it will be highly dispersed. >> it gets pulled apart and turns into a huge volume of air and essentially gets diluted. >> reporter: experts say it will be barely detectable on the monitors run b
from japan are being tested for radiation. nbc's george lewis has more from los angeles international airport. george, good morning. >> reporter: good morning. if you're coming from japan you may get greeted at the airport by an inspector with a radiation detector. so far these added checks have found only trace amounts of radiation on passengers and lugga luggage. in one case it was a shipment of medical supplies that triggered the detectors. passengers arriving from japan are getting...